1st edition book of mormon

Private collector of rare mormon books, the 1830 first edition book of mormon, mormon art and artifacts, historic mormon paintings, autographed historical documents, early mormon historical photographs, mormon imprints from palmyra, zion, kirtland, and nauvoo, and anything related to the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Moons rare books is a collection of rare and antique bibles, early mormon books and documents, lds scripture, classic literature, and early american and european historical. Book of mormon, 1830, page 6 the joseph smith papers. A third edition was published in 1978 after the mormon church decided to allow people of african descent hold the priesthood and receive the full blessings of the temple. Make offer 1830 book of mormon pioneer version masterworks 1st ed replica. Firstedition book of mormon stolen in mesa, an original book of mormon dating to 1830 was stolen from a mesa bookstore sometime during the memorial day weekend and the owner is. This 1st edition, 1st state of the book of mormon in french was originally issued in wraps, with a few presentation copies bound in leather.

Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon. First edition book of mormon stolen in mesa, an original book of mormon dating to 1830 was stolen from a mesa bookstore sometime during the memorial day weekend and the owner is hoping the thief returns it soon. Dec 25, 2014 the first edition book of mormon was printed in 1830 in palmyra, new york. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. For those interested in experiencing the original book of mormon, this high quality reprint will make a wonderful addition to your library. Come to the learning commons area on the main floor of the library for your chance to examine and hold a 1st edition book of mormon. This newlyreleased replica is a beautiful recreation of the original 1830 book of mormon printed in palmyra, new york. Edition and printing can be used fairly interchangeably in talking about collectible books, especially in regard to modern fiction. While not listed as a translator in the first edition spanish book of mormon, olivas vila aoy heavily influenced its production.

Tom perry special collections copy of the 1886 1st edition spanish book of mormon for several scenes, including those where the actor portraying aoy is holding and reading the. Come to the learning commons area on the main floor of the library for your chance to examine and. Private collector of rare mormon books, the 1830 first edition book of mormon, mormon art and artifacts, historic mormon paintings, autographed historical documents, early mormon. Everything but the house ebth, a premier estate sale marketplace, placed a fine and rare partiallyrestored copy of the 1830 first edition of the book of mormon up for auction today. An exact facsimile reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, providing the authentic size, look and feel, and format of the original. Using the 1830 bible as a guide, the first edition book of mormon was replicated to look the same so people of that time period would easily recognize it. In the 1852 edition, richards added numbers to the paragraphs to aid in finding passages, thereby creating the firstalthough primitiveversification for the book of mormon. The book of mormon is an account of the former inhabitants of this continent that contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Photo by bradley slade i went over as quickly as i could, says freshman rachel j.

Apr 26, 2020 my name is reid moon, owner of moons rare books in provo, utah. However the 1830 edition is more likely to match the original sources. Experience the book of mormon just as early converts such as emma smith, brigham young, and parley p. There were five early editions of the book of mormon published that are extremely significant to the lds faith, the first edition of 1830 being the most important, but also the 1837 kirtland, the. The first edition book of mormon is composed in a narrative, paragraph format, uninterrupted by verses and chapters, which many readers will find easier to digest. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from. Reprint hardcover published january 1st 1981 by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints hardcover, 779 pages.

Mar, 2015 book of mormon, 1837 2nd edition joseph smith and the other church leaders contemplated a second edition of the book of mormon as early as the summer of 1833. Experience the book of mormon just as early converts such as emma. She was one of some 150 students who jumped at the chance in october to hold a firstedition copy of the book of mormon, one of six in the harold b. Dec 29, 20 besides the first edition book of mormon, there were four other editions printed during the life of joseph smith. Photo courtesy of everything but the house rns in a nailbiting, downtothewire. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. Pages of the 1st edition book of mormon, palmyra 1830 viewable on cdrom. With a sixfigure price tag, most people might be surprised to learn that on a list of the ten most expensive mormon books, a first edition book of mormon does not rank at the top.

To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. We discovered an incomplete book of mormon, once somebodys personal treasure, hiding from the world in a safe. More information about this seller contact this seller 26. Hairline crack in front of jewel case, but still in original shrink wrap. Curator greg seppi will be on hand to answer questions. The church discontinued the printing of the book permanently in 2010. A first edition of the book of mormon, the founding text of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, was auctioned by ebth, an online auction house. He is an antiquarian book dealer specializing in rare mormon books, documents and collectibles. The book of mormon infamously draws heavily on the bible, including the new testament, which its supposed ancient authors would never have seen. The first edition is very rare and difficult to find. How to identify first editions book collecting guide. Nov 19, 20 this is the first in a series of videos by reid moon of. Moons rare books is a collection of rare and antique bibles, early mormon books and documents, lds scripture, classic literature, and early american and european historical documents.

Jun 14, 2018 for the first edition of the book of mormon, joseph smith jr. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants. Besides the first edition book of mormon, there were four other editions printed during the life of joseph smith. As weve mentioned elsewhere, first edition means the first printing of a book. The first edition book of mormon was printed in 1830 in palmyra, new york. I buy, sell and appraise free of charge rare mormon books, documents, photographs and artifacts.

Whats sad is that the opposition comes from the very people that should be interested and fair about this new book. There were five editions of the book of mormon printed during the life of joseph smith. Lee library for the chance to hold a rare, firstedition copy of the book of mormon. This is the first in a series of videos by reid moon of. First two editions of the book of mormon available. First edition book of mormon history moons rare books. The second edition 1837 was printed in kirtland, ohio. Three other important lds editions have involved major changes in format as well as minor editing. Weve selected the 1830 first edition of the book of mormon.

Book of mormon by joseph smith, first edition abebooks. First john in the book of mormon moronis new testament. We fully acknowledge that this wont match the current lds version of the. Annotated edition of the book of mormon new 2nd edition. Unfollow book of mormon first edition to stop getting updates. Hold a 1st edition book of mormon and make your own.

Annotated edition of the book of mormon new 2nd edition save 14%. She wasnt after roc tickets or free creamery ice cream. We fully acknowledge that this wont match the current lds version of the book of mormon because it has been updated by numerous lds leaders since 1830. Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. Today, the building in which the book of mormon was first published and sold is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. The opposition to this edition of the book of mormon is only exceeded by the opposition to the original 1830 edition, that should tell you something. Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. Byu students jump at chance to hold firstedition book of mormon. For the first edition of the book of mormon, joseph smith jr. Book of mormon, 1837 2nd edition joseph smith and the other church leaders contemplated a second edition of the book of mormon as early as the summer of 1833. Hold a 1st edition book of mormon and make your own cuneiform. Palmyra collectors edition 1830 book of mormon replica. The copies shown 1837, 40, 41, 42 are some of the finest surviving copies.